Seven teenagers charged following Bonfire Night chaos in Edinburgh
Police are continuing to investigate a number of reported incidents across the city on November 5th
Last updated 1st Dec 2022
Seven youths, aged between 13 and 16 years, have been charged following Bonfire Night disorder in Edinburgh.
The charges include breach of the peace, shoplifting, assault and theft following an incident at a shop on Oxgangs Road.
A report will be sent to the relevant authorities.
Chief Inspector Neil Wilson said: “Our investigation into incidents of disorder on Bonfire Night is ongoing. Officers are continuing to carry out extensive enquiries, including a wide-ranging review of CCTV footage from throughout the city, to identify those involved and ensure that they are brought to justice.
What else happened on Bonfire Night in the capital?
Niddrie was placed into lockdown as youths ran riot with fireworks, as reported by Forth News last month
In the same area, we heard from a woman who says she was targeted by a firework lobbing mob - suffering a burn to her face.
Across Scotland, firefighters were called out to more than 350 bonfires and five attacks on crews were recorded.